1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 410 kg more than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Bee |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2000 mm |
